This year, Schneider National Inc. recognized nearly 200 drivers for their outstanding safety achievements through its annual recognition program.
Schneider’s annual recognition program is dedicated to honoring drivers who have reached remarkable safety-related career milestones. This includes the Million Mile Driver Awards, Consecutive Safe Driving Awards, and induction into the esteemed company’s Haul of Fame.
“These responsible professionals exemplify safety excellence, serving thousands of customers across millions of miles without a single preventable accident,” Schneider said.
The Million Mile Driver Award is given to Schneider drivers who have safely transported freight over 1 million miles without any accidents. These safe miles are accumulated annually, reflecting shipment miles driven without any preventable incidents. In the year 2023 alone, 92 drivers either attained this honor for the first time or reached new milestones, with five drivers achieving the feat of 4 million safe driving miles.
This year’s standout achievement features five drivers who have collectively traveled more than 800 times around the globe, solidifying their place in an exclusive group of only a dozen others in the company’s history who have reached this significant milestone.
Additionally, 82 drivers have been recognized with Schneider’s Consecutive Safe Driving Award for their commitment to accident-free driving over milestone years. This award acknowledges drivers who have achieved a minimum of 10 consecutive years without a preventable accident.
Furthermore, drivers who have amassed 3 million safe driving miles or maintained 20 consecutive years of accident-free driving are honored with the prestigious distinction of being added to Schneider’s Haul of Fame. The names of these drivers are engraved on plaques displayed on the Haul of Fame wall at Schneider’s corporate headquarters in Green Bay, Wisconsin. This year, 32 drivers met the criteria for the first time or had their plaques updated to reflect elevated award levels.
“Whether they’re first-time award recipients or seasoned safe driving award winners, we appreciate each driver’s dedication to our values,” said Mark Rourke, president and CEO of Schneider. “In particular, we commend Jon Shackleford, Michael Barnette, Daniel Dailey, Curt Fields and Wayne Lovinella, who each achieved an astounding 4 million safe driving miles. Drivers serve as ambassadors of both Schneider and the customers we represent, and these superstars represent excellence in action.”
Source: The Trucker
